Drafted by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim in the 2nd round (31st overall) in 2005.

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Brendan Mikkelson still toiling in the minors | 12/22/2013 7:53 AM

News

With all the injuries on the Pittsburgh blueline, it does not bode well for Brendan Mikkelson that he has not been recalled.

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Impact

Mikkelson has played 131 NHL games but with five injuries or suspensions on the Pittsburgh blueline, it does seem surprising that Mikkelson was not called upon. "I feel like I can play any style you want to play," Mikkelson said. "I have the size to play a rough-and-tumble game. I can play in my own end, and I can play in the offensive zone." Mikkelson has three goals and 18 points in the AHL including a league leading 11 power play assists.

Mikkelson inks two-way deal with Penguins | 07/19/2013 3:16 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson has signed a one-year, two-way deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Penguins.nhl.com

Impact

Mikkelson became an unrestricted free agent after the Tampa Bay Lightning declined to give him a qualifying offer. He'll earn $550,000 if he spends the season in the NHL.

Lightning won't qualify Brendan Mikkelson | 06/29/2013 12:44 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson will not receive a qualifying offer from the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Bob McKenzie on Twitter

Impact

Mikkelson had an assist and six penalty minutes in just four games last season. He'll probably end up landing a two-way deal with another team.

Bolts waive D Brendan Mikkelson | 03/11/2013 11:50 AM

News

Brendan Mikkelson was placed on waivers by the Lightning on Sunday.

St. Petersburg Times

Impact

If he clears then he'll be sent to the minors. Mikkelson has skated in four games with Tampa this season, where he has generated one assist and six penalty minutes.

Tampa recalls D Brendan Mikkelson | 02/27/2013 7:30 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson has been summoned from the minors by the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Lightning.nhl.com

Impact

He suited up for AHL Syracuse in seven games during his conditioning stint. With the Bolts this season, he has accounted for one assist, two hits and three blocked shots in two appearances.

Brendan Mikkelson demoted to AHL | 02/16/2013 1:49 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson was demoted to Syracuse of the AHL on Friday.

Tampa Tribune

Impact

This is more of a conditioning stint than anything else and Mikkelson will likely be back in Tampa within two weeks. That said, he doesn't have any fantasy value.

Brendan Mikkelson is good to return to lineup | 02/05/2013 5:43 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson (upper body) has been given the green light to return to the Lightning's lineup.

St. Petersburg Times

Impact

Mikkelson has an assist in one game with the Lightning this season. He's not expected to have any fantasy value in standard leagues.

Mikkelson feeling better after board crashing | 02/02/2013 1:19 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson seems to be feeling better after crashing into the boards at practice on Thursday.

Tampa Tribune

Impact

Although he is sore, Mikkelson does not appear to have a concussion, which is good news. That said, he is a depth defenseman and has no fantasy value.

Brendan Mikkelson injured during practice | 02/01/2013 12:32 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson was sent for tests Thursday after crashing into the boards during a practice drill.

St. Petersburg Times

Impact

According to the St. Petersburg Times, Mikkelson appeared to hit the back of his head and took several minutes to get up after the incident. He skated off slowly under his own power, but the team is listing him as day-to-day with an upper-body injury. Mikkelson has dressed in just one game this season.

Brendan Mikkelson suited up for Bolts Tuesday | 01/23/2013 12:35 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson suited up for the first time this season on Tuesday night.

Tampa Tribune

Impact

He logged 14:09 of ice time and contributed an assist in Tampa's 4-1 win in Carolina. The Lightning have eight defensemen on their roster, so coach Guy Boucher has been juggling his combinations to keep his players fresh. Brian Lee and Marc-Andre Bergeron were the odd-men out against the Hurricanes.

Mikkelson prepares for return to Tampa | 01/07/2013 5:46 PM

News

Brendan Mikkelson said over Twitter that will be flying back to Tampa on Tuesday.

Tampa Tribune

Impact

During the lockout, he has played in 17 games with Vasteras in Sweden's second division where he has collected seven points and 20 penalty minutes. Mikkelson shouldn't be on fantasy radar though.